Wadi Cherith
Fr. Alex Roche and Fr. Anthony Dill
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At Wadi Cherith the exiled prophet Elijah, journeying outside of Israel, was fed each day by ravens, an ambiguous and sometimes maligned bird. Join Fr. Alex Roche and Fr. Anthony Dill every month to discuss a whole range of unconventional topics from a Catholic perspective, finding spiritual nourishment in unexpected places. www.wadicherith.com
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A Gospel Christmas- How Matthew and Luke Tell the Story of the Birth of Christ
Send us Fan MailWe unpack why only Matthew and Luke tell the Nativity, how their details differ, and what those differences mean. We trace genealogies, geography, and symbolism to show how theology…
The Matrix — Gnostic Myths and Modern Illusions
Send us Fan MailWe revisit the late-90s classic The Matrix to test its theology and philosophy, challenge the simulation hype, and ask what “real” means for faith, freedom, and love. From Gnosticism…
The Twilight Zone - Modern Parables
Send us Fan MailWe celebrate Halloween by diving into The Twilight Zone as a trove of modern parables that press on fear, conscience, and hope. Rod Serling’s craft opens space to talk about mob…
Wrestling with God- How Jacob Became Israel
Send us Fan MailWrestling with God takes on literal meaning in the remarkable story of Jacob. As we dive deep into Genesis, we uncover a patriarch whose life defies our expectations of what a…
Pope Francis- A Joyful Reflection
Send us Fan MailOn March 13, 2013, the world watched as Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio stepped onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, clothed simply in a white cassock and stole, setting aside much of…
"A Year Acceptable to the Lord"- Jubilee Years in the Bible and in the Church
Send us Fan Mail2025 is a Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church with the theme "Pilgrims of Hope". The concept of a Jubilee Year comes from the very beginning of Sacred Scripture in the Book of…
It's a Wonderful Life- A Christmas Episode
Send us Fan MailToday we discuss our thoughts on the 1946 Christmas classic, It's a Wonderful Life. You've known George Bailey your entire life, but what can he teach you about responding to the…
Proclaiming the Word- A Reflection on Preaching
Send us Fan Mail"St. Paul preached and people rioted. I preach and they give me tea."-N.T. WrightWe've all heard good homilies and we've heard bad homilies. Have you ever wondered what a priest is…
Our Song to God- The Poetic Power of the Psalms
Send us Fan MailThe Psalms are more than mere words; they are a transformative force in our lives. From personal anguish to shared hope, these texts channel our raw emotions into prayer, offering a…
Shrewd as Serpents- Snakes and Symbolism
Send us Fan Mail"Why did it have to be snakes?!"-Indiana Jones, Ph.D.From the Garden of Eden, to the desert, to first-century Jerusalem, serpents appear over and over again in scripture. While snakes…
Babel and Pentecost- The Importance of Language
Send us Fan MailLearning a new language is one of the most challenging and rewarding endeavors a person can undertake. Join us as we discuss what the Bible says about language, what we can learn by…
Song of Songs- A Love Story
Send us Fan MailThis is not a podcast for the faint of heart. Song of Songs is a controversial, passionate, and "earthy" book of the Bible which explores both human and divine love. Join us as we…
Barbie and Oppenheimer- Theological Blockbusters
Send us Fan MailThe cultural phenomenon Barbenheimer took the movie world by storm during the summer of 2023. As both films gear up for the Oscars, we discuss surprisingly convergent theological…
The Star of Bethlehem- A Christmas Episode
Send us Fan MailTwo thousand years ago something happened in the night sky that inspired stargazers from the east to find a mighty king who had been born in Israel. For centuries astronomers and…
“Nada te turbe”- St. Teresa of Ávila and the Spanish Inquisition
Send us Fan Mail"Let nothing disturb you"-- That is St. Teresa of Avila's advice to anyone who desires to grow in their relationship with God. Join us today as we discuss this holy woman and doctor…
Harry Potter- The Moral Life at Hogwarts
Send us Fan MailFor this year's Halloween episode we are joined by guest host Fr. Pat Arensberg as we discuss the popular book and movie series, Harry Potter. Join us as we discuss the use of magic…
"In the beginning..."- Creation Stories in Genesis
Send us Fan MailFr. Alex Roche and Fr. Anthony Dill discuss and debate the creation stories in Genesis. Evolution, Creationism, God’s Providence, Enlightenment Deism, human agency, work, loneliness,…
Radiant Darkness- The Beauty of Negative Theology
Send us Fan MailThis podcast focuses on seeing God in unexpected places, but today we discuss an essential theological concept- "apophatic" or "negative theology". Following the thought of great…
In the Belly of a Fish - Jonah and Mercy
Send us Fan MailWadi Cherith is back, and we're here to discuss the Book of the Prophet Jonah. Join us as we discuss mercy and hypocrisy, death and resurrection, fish and mammals, all in this short…
The Dream of the 90s is Alive- The Theology of a Decade
Send us Fan MailJoin us to discuss our favorite decade. Stone Temple Pilots, girl altar servers, OJ Simpson, and more."Don't have a cow, man"Intro music provided by Holly Serio
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Wadi Cherith has published 50 episodes since May 2020, covering topics in Christianity, History.
Wadi Cherith is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 44m.
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